Athletes with disabilities, Police clash at Lagos Stadium (Video)

There was chaos at the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos State, on Wednesday, between athletes with disabilities and officers of the Lagos Police Command.

Reports revealed that the grouse of the protesting athletes was unpaid allowances by the Federal Government.

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This situation led to a gridlock with police officials dispersing the irate protesters with tear gas.

However, the Lagos State Police is yet to issue an official statement over the matter.

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